Pizza Slice Amigurumi For Foodie Gifts

Reasons You'll Enjoy Making This

Few things spark joy quite like a slice of pizza, and now you can hold one in the palm of your hand. This amigurumi pizza slice stands roughly 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide, a cheerful little plush that fits nicely on a shelf, a desk, or tucked into the crook of an arm for a quick cuddle. It is the kind of project that finishes quickly enough for a weekend but leaves you with a piece that feels like a small celebration of your skills.

You will work with a 3.5 mm hook and worsted weight yarn, a comfortable pairing for most crocheters. The pattern calls for single crochet stitches worked in continuous spirals, with simple increases and decreases shaping the crust, the cheese layer, and the rounded toppings. Pepperoni circles are added as small flat rounds and sewn on, while a few straight stitches of red yarn give the sauce its peeking-through-the-cheese look. The texture stays soft and squishy, with the slight ridge of the crust peeking out along the bottom edge for a satisfying contrast.

Because the skill level is beginner to intermediate, the techniques stay approachable. You will practice magic ring starts, even increases, and basic sewing to attach the pieces, but the pattern does not ask for decreases, the stitch detail, shaping rows, or complex color work. If you have made a basic amigurumi before, you will find the rhythm familiar, and if you are newer to the craft, the repeated stitch counts give you a steady groove to settle into.

Imagine this slice propped on a child’s bookshelf, gifted to a pizza-loving friend, or worn as a quirky brooch by pinning it to a tote bag for a farmers market run. Crocheters reach for a pattern like this when they want a fast, satisfying make that uses up small odds and ends of red, white, and tan yarn, and

A Few Notes Before We Begin

This pizza slice amigurumi is a quick, satisfying make that works up fast and uses small amounts of yarn, making it a great stash buster. It suits anyone who loves playful food-themed decor, and it makes a fun gift for friends who collect quirky plushies or for kids who enjoy pretend play. Because the construction is straightforward and the shaping is simple, it is approachable for crocheters who have a few basic amigurumi projects under their belt, yet interesting enough to keep more experienced makers engaged.

For the best structure and stitch definition, choose a medium-weight acrylic or cotton-acrylic blend in worsted weight. Acrylic holds its shape well and keeps the finished piece light weight, while a cotton blend gives a slightly denser fabric that shows off the textured "topping" stitches more clearly. A classic pepperoni look uses a warm tan or golden yellow base with red circles and small white or pale yellow accents for cheese, but you can swap in green for peppers, brown for mushrooms, or even pastel shades for a dessert-style slice. Worked at a gauge of roughly 5 stitches per inch, the finished slice measures about 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide when using a 3.5 mm hook, so the stitches stay tight enough to hide the stuffing while still feeling soft in the hand.

One common pitfall is letting the stitches loosen as you work, which leaves small gaps where stuffing can poke through and gives the slice a saggy look. To avoid this, keep your tension consistent and check your gauge after the first few rounds. If you notice the fabric stretching, try going down a hook size or pulling each stitch snug before moving to the next. Blocking the finished piece lightly with steam also helps the slice hold its triangular shape.

Yarn, Hooks, and Notions

Material	Details
Yarn	worsted yarn in cream/yellow, red, black, pink, cream
Hook	3.5 mm crochet hook
Stuffing	Polyfill or fiberfill
Eyes	Safety eyes or embroidery thread
Extras	Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors

Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 4 inches with 3.5 mm hook. Not critical but aim for tight, even stitches, if stuffing shows through, go down one hook size.

The Stitches, Explained

Note: This pattern uses US crochet terms. All rounds are worked in crochet unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.

Abbreviation	Meaning
sc	Single crochet
inc	Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec	Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch	Chain

Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions

pizza slice body, cream/yellow yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (11 sc, inc) x 2 (26)

Rnd 6: sc around (26)

Rnd 7: sc around (26)

Rnd 8: sc around (26)

Rnd 9: sc around (26)

Rnd 10: sc around (26)

Rnd 11: (11 sc, dec) x 2 (24)

Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 13: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 14: dec around (6)

Rnd 15: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to red yarn for the crust.

crust, red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

pepperoni spots (make 5), red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to cream/yellow with red hands yarn for the arms.

arms (make 2), cream/yellow with red hands yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (2 sc, inc) x 2 (17)

Rnd 4: sc around (17)

Rnd 5: sc around (17)

Rnd 6: sc around (17)

Rnd 7: sc around (17)

Rnd 8: sc around (17)

Rnd 9: sc around (17)

Rnd 10: sc around (17)

Rnd 11: sc around (17)

Rnd 12: (dec) x 1 (1 sc, dec) x 5 (11)

Rnd 13: (dec) x 4 (1 sc, dec) x 1 (6)

Rnd 14: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to cream/yellow with red feet yarn for the legs.

legs (make 2), cream/yellow with red feet yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: sc around (18)

Rnd 5: sc around (18)

Rnd 6: sc around (18)

Rnd 7: sc around (18)

Rnd 8: sc around (18)

Rnd 9: sc around (18)

Rnd 10: sc around (18)

Rnd 11: sc around (18)

Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 13: dec around (6)

Rnd 14: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to black yarn for the eyes.

eyes (make 2), black yarn

Use 6 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes; place them on the upper half of the head, about one eye-width apart.

If using safety eyes, insert the posts before closing the head opening and secure the backs firmly on the inside.

If embroidering, work two small black satin stitches, then add a tiny white stitch highlight if desired.

Switch to pink yarn for the blush marks.

blush marks (make 2), pink yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to black yarn for the mouth.

mouth, black yarn

Embroider the mouth with black or dark brown thread after the eyes are placed.

Use a single curved satin stitch or back stitch, centered below the eyes and about 1.5 cm wide.

Switch to red yarn for the legs/feet.

legs/feet (make 2), red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: sc around (18)

Rnd 5: sc around (18)

Rnd 6: sc around (18)

Rnd 7: sc around (18)

Rnd 8: sc around (18)

Rnd 9: sc around (18)

Rnd 10: sc around (18)

Rnd 11: sc around (18)

Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 13: dec around (6)

Rnd 14: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to pink yarn for the cheeks.

cheeks (make 2), pink yarn

cheek blush (make 2), pink yarn

Add the cheek detail with pale pink embroidery thread after the head is closed.

Work two or three tiny straight stitches on each side, just below and outside the eye line.

Switch to cream yarn for the head.

head, cream yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: (29 sc, inc) x 1 (31)

Rnd 7: sc around (31)

Rnd 8: sc around (31)

Rnd 9: sc around (31)

Rnd 10: sc around (31)

Rnd 11: sc around (31)

Rnd 12: (3 sc, dec) x 5 (4 sc, dec) x 1 (25)

Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 5 (3 sc, dec) x 1 (19)

Rnd 14: (1 sc, dec) x 5 (2 sc, dec) x 1 (13)

Rnd 15: (dec) x 5 (1 sc, dec) x 1 (7)

Rnd 16: (5 sc, dec) x 1 (6)

Rnd 17: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to red yarn for the pepperoni.

pepperoni (make 2), red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

tongue, red yarn

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing

Switch to cream yarn for the hands.

hands (make 2), cream yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to red yarn for the shoes.

shoes (make 2), red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: (5 sc, inc) x 1 (7)

Rnd 3: (5 sc, dec) x 1 (6)

Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)

How to Assemble the Finished Parts

1. Stuff pizza slice body, head, hands firmly with polyfill for stability. Shape as you go, pressing and molding to match the reference photo. Add extra stuffing to the base for a sturdy foundation.

2. Sew arms to the body. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

3. Sew legs to the body. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

4. Attach legs/feet to the body. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Pin in place, check positioning from all angles, then sew or glue firmly.

5. Attach eyes to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.

6. Sew mouth to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

7. Sew cheeks to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

8. Sew cheek blush to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

9. Sew crust in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

10. Sew pepperoni spots in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

11. Sew blush marks in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

12. Sew legs/feet in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

13. Sew pepperoni in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

14. Sew tongue in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

15. Sew shoes in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

16. Check all seams are secure. Gently tug each attached piece to test. Trim any loose yarn ends with sharp scissors. Weave in all remaining tails with a needle, passing through at least 3 stitches in each direction to prevent unraveling. Give the finished piece a gentle squeeze to distribute stuffing evenly and shape the final form.

Care Tips for Your Finished Amigurumi

These practical tips will help you crochet a well-shaped pizza slice amigurumi with a 3.5 mm hook. The skill level is beginner to intermediate, so the techniques stay accessible while still producing a clean, finished piece.

• Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round and move it up as you work. This keeps your stitch count accurate and prevents the spiral from drifting, which is especially important when shaping the curved crust of the slice.
• Maintain even tension throughout the piece by wrapping the yarn the same way around your hook each time. Uneven tension causes the cheese and sauce sections to look lumpy and makes stuffing show through gaps in the fabric.
• Stuff the slice gradually as you close each section rather than waiting until the end. Adding small amounts of fiberfill piece by piece helps you distribute it evenly into the pointed tip and along the crust edge, avoiding lumps or flat spots.
• Decrease slowly by alternating single decreases with one regular stitch in the shaping rounds. This gradual taper produces a smooth crust line instead of a puckered point, and it is easier for beginners to control than rapid decrease rounds.
• When joining crust color to the dough color, work the color change in the last yarn-over of the previous round. This secures the new color and avoids a visible jog or hole where the two shades meet.
• Check your gauge by crocheting a small swatch in single crochet with the 3.5 mm hook before starting. A consistent gauge ensures the slice comes out the size listed and that all the pieces fit together neatly when you sew them.
• Use the yarn tail and a needle to sew pieces together with a whip stitch, keeping your seams on the inside of the amigurumi. Hidden seams give the finished slice a tidy look and prevent the stuffing from peeking out.
• Block the finished slice lightly

  Frequently Asked Questions

  What yarn and hook should I use for the pizza slice character?

  Use a worsted weight yarn in cheese yellow, tomato red, crust tan, and small amounts of pepperoni red and white. A 3.5 mm hook works nicely with worsted weight to create a tight, defined stitch that holds the pizza slice character shape well. Going up or down a hook size will affect the final size and stuffing visibility.

  How long does it take to crochet the pizza slice character?

  The time for this project is 2-4 hours, depending on your crochet speed and how many color changes you make. Beginners usually land closer to 4 hours, while experienced crocheters can finish in around 2 hours. Breaking the work into two sittings makes it feel even quicker.

  Is this pizza slice character pattern beginner-friendly?

  Yes, this pattern is rated beginner to intermediate, so it works for crocheters who know the basic stitches. You will use single crochet, increases, and decreases in the round, with simple color changes for the toppings. No advanced techniques like the stitch detail or work are required.

  Can I sell finished pizza slice character amigurumi made from this pattern?

  Yes, you are welcome to sell finished pizza slice character items made from this pattern in small batches at craft fairs or online shops. Please credit the pattern designer when listing or sharing your work. The pattern itself should not be resold or redistributed.

  How do I resize the pizza slice character?

  To make a larger pizza slice character, switch to a bulkier yarn and a 4 mm or 4.5 mm hook, which will increase the overall size proportionally. For a smaller version, try a sport weight yarn with a 2.5 mm hook. Always adjust your starting chain

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